Banners

All attendees of the Emprise are encouraged to bring a banner with your arms upon it. Banner poles will be provided around the perimeter of the equestrian field, ready to support the visual splendor that is your heraldry. What better way to declare that you and your household are present?

King René recommends:

Inspiration

We are striving to re-create the look of a 15th century medieval tournament as described by King René and as illustrated in period manuscripts. Therefore we are encouraging rectangular banners with a look approximate to the following:

Recommended construction

Simple cotton canvas banners measuring approximately 24" x 36", painted with your heraldic device. A good source for these is Dharma Trading Co., which sells pre-made banner blanks.

For an extra nice touch, put the pole pocket on the long side (rather than the top) of the banner.

You should paint both sides of your banner. Inexpensive acrylic craft paint works perfectly well for this (or you can delve into Cennini's handbook for more period recipes!).